Rep. Jared Moskowitz

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits Medicaid from covering conversion therapy for any enrollee. It amends federal law to block Medicaid payments for any therapy aimed at changing a person's sexual orientation or gender identity (defined as "conversion therapy" in the bill), starting in the first full quarter after the law takes effect. The prohibition applies to all Medicaid providers who offer such therapy for compensation, but explicitly excludes support for gender transition, acceptance-based care, and interventions focused on safety or unlawful conduct. It directly affects Medicaid recipients seeking therapy and providers who previously billed for conversion therapy services.

Maddy summaryHCONRES 132 is a symbolic resolution designating the week of November 11-17, 2024, as "National Caregiving Youth Week." It directly affects children and adolescents under 18 who serve as primary or secondary caregivers for family members with health conditions, chronic illnesses, disabilities, or aging needs. The resolution supports raising public awareness about this underserved population (estimated at over 5 million nationwide), encourages recognition by educators and policymakers, and calls for updated federal research on their needs. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws but aims to highlight challenges these youth face balancing caregiving with education and well-being.

Maddy summaryHRES 1570 is a symbolic resolution that states the House of Representatives affirms the Twenty-second Amendment's existing rule limiting U.S. presidents to two terms. It does not change any law or constitutional provision - it simply reiterates that the amendment applies to two terms in total and applies to President-elect Trump (as referenced in the resolution's preamble). The resolution addresses past statements by Donald Trump about seeking additional terms but has no legal effect on term limits. It is purely procedural, not a policy change.

Maddy summaryHR 10036, the Civil Investigative Demand Reform Act of 2024, updates rules for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's (CFPB) use of civil investigative demands (CIDs) against financial institutions. It extends the time limit for issuing CIDs to 6 years after a violation, requires CIDs to specify facts, and adds a 20-day process for attorneys to ask the CFPB clarifying questions about demand scope. The bill also clarifies grounds for challenging CIDs (e.g., if they're overly burdensome or duplicative) and adds judicial review if the CFPB denies a petition to modify or set aside a demand. These changes directly affect financial companies subject to CFPB investigations by making the process more transparent and providing clearer legal pathways to contest demands.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a process for developing safety standards for reinforced doors in schools, not an immediate requirement. It directs CISA to form a committee within 90 days - including school safety experts, law enforcement, and construction professionals - to study door reinforcement technologies, performance standards, and safety considerations like emergency evacuation. After a one-year review, CISA must submit a report to Congress, leading to a final rule requiring door modifications in federally funded K-12 schools. The bill allocates $100 million over 10 years (starting with the fiscal year of the final rule) to fund implementation through the Homeland Security Grant Program.

Maddy summaryHRES 1537 is a non-binding House resolution condemning Hamas' October 7, 2023, attacks on Israel, which killed over 1,200 people and took 251 hostages, including 7 Americans still held captive. It calls on Hamas to immediately surrender, cease attacks, and release all hostages unconditionally, while reaffirming Israel's right to self-defense. The resolution also urges international organizations to condemn Hamas' actions and address the global surge in antisemitism following the attacks. As a symbolic statement, it does not create new laws or alter policy but expresses congressional position. The bill specifically references the ongoing captivity of seven U.S. citizens: Edan Alexander, Itay Chen, Sagui Dekel-Chen, Gadi Haggai, Judith Weinstein Haggai, Omer Neutra, and Keith Siegel.

Maddy summaryHR 9946 authorizes $8 billion in funding for the Small Business Administration (SBA) to provide disaster loans under the existing 7(b) loan program of the Small Business Act. This bill directly affects small businesses and individuals in areas impacted by federally declared disasters by enabling the SBA to offer low-interest loans for recovery. The key mechanism is the specific appropriation of $8,000,000,000, which allows the SBA to make these loans without requiring new legislative changes to the program's structure. The bill does not alter eligibility rules or create new loan types; it solely provides the necessary funding for current disaster loan operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill provides $10 billion to FEMA for disaster relief under the Stafford Act and $5 billion to HUD for housing assistance related to Hurricane Helene. The funds directly support affected residents and communities in areas damaged by the hurricane, covering immediate emergency aid and housing recovery needs. Key provisions include authorizing FEMA to distribute aid for emergency shelter, debris removal, and infrastructure repairs, while HUD funds will help with housing repairs, temporary housing, and community development. The bill makes no policy changes beyond allocating these specific emergency funds for Helene recovery efforts.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires school districts receiving federal education funds to create emergency response plans and notify parents/guardians about specific covered emergencies. It directly affects all local school districts under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, mandating timely alerts for incidents like active shooters, weapons use, bomb threats, violent crimes, natural disasters, or hazardous conditions. Key provisions include developing plans with public safety agencies, standardizing alarm responses, and clearly identifying who contacts emergency services during crises. The law defines "covered emergencies" to include threats like sexual misconduct involving staff, trespassing, fires, and severe weather. School districts must implement these procedures as a condition for receiving federal funding under the ESEA.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Secret Service to use identical standards for determining protection levels for Presidents, Vice Presidents, and major presidential/vice presidential candidates. It requires the Secret Service Director to conduct a review within 180 days of enactment, reporting findings and recommendations to Congress on protection protocols for current and former leaders. The bill standardizes existing practices without increasing security resources, applying the same criteria currently used for sitting officials to candidates. It references the definition of "major candidates" from existing law (18 U.S.C. § 3056), ensuring consistency with current Secret Service procedures.